Manager, Financial Services - Risk Advisory

Manager, Financial Services - Risk Advisory

London, United Kingdom

We are seeking an experienced risk and controls manager to join our London-based Risk & Compliance practice. This role focuses on shaping and delivering regulatory change programmes, modernising risk management processes, and building future‑ready enterprise risk frameworks for financial‑services clients.

What you will be doing

• Shape and structure workstreams in complex regulatory change programmes, mobilising international teams and leading delivery of tangible client outcomes.
• Lead teams to perform gap analyses against regulatory requirements and provide improvement recommendations.
• Update program status and draft high‑quality client deliverables.
• Design future‑ready enterprise risk management frameworks, including risk strategy, appetite statements, key risk indicators, governance and reporting.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the three lines of defence to align risk strategy with business goals and convert complex data into actionable insights.
• Analyse processes and workflows in risk and compliance functions to identify optimisation and automation opportunities.
• Stay abreast of emerging risks and trends to anticipate client issues and shape innovative solutions.
• Apply traditional and emerging technologies to modernise risk management processes and culture.
• Mentor junior team members and facilitate training and coaching.

Your skills and experience

• Relevant experience in risk management, audit, compliance or related functions within financial services or fintech.
• Strong communication and analytical skills, with the ability to present risk insights clearly.
• Track record of building trusting relationships in an international environment.
• Practical experience with enterprise risk management frameworks such as COSO, COBIT, ISO 31000.
• Experience in risk assessment, control testing, KPI setting, risk governance and reporting.
• Proficiency with data analytics and visualization tools (MS Excel, Power BI, Tableau).
• Experience modernising risk processes through automation, AI‑driven insights and digital tools, including GRC solutions.
• Excellent project management and prioritisation skills.
• Professional certifications in risk and controls management (optional).
• Consulting experience or experience in a Big 4 firm (optional).

What a career at Baringa will give you

• Generous annual leave: 5 weeks per year plus an additional 2 weeks after 5 years of continuous service.
• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work and unpaid leave options.
• Three corporate responsibility days per year to support social and environmental causes.
• Well‑being fund to support personal well‑being activities.
• Participation in the Baringa Group Profit Share Scheme.

Diversity and Inclusion

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging and inclusive practices.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Baringa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, national origin, or any other protected characteristic. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.